Love Dispute: Two Nigerians Arrested for Killing Colleague in Pune, India

Two Nigerian men, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, 34, have been arrested in India after allegedly killing their friend, Emeka Christian, in Pune’s Pisoli area over a dispute linked to a romantic relationship.

According to India Today, the 40-year-old victim was beaten to death following an argument during a late-night gathering on Sunday at the home of a Nigerian woman in Pisoli. Christian had reportedly joined other Nigerians for dinner when the disagreement erupted.

Police said the dispute involved the woman, who was in a romantic relationship with one of the suspects and often hosted him at her residence. Christian allegedly objected to the relationship, which escalated tensions among the group.

The situation reportedly intensified overnight, culminating in a violent attack around 3 a.m. on Monday. Senior Police Inspector Mansing Patil stated that Christian was allegedly beaten and struck with a hard object during the altercation.

Christian was rushed to the hospital by Gift Utah, Vice President of the Nigerian Students Union in Pune, but he died while receiving treatment.

Authorities have registered a case under Sections 103 (murder) and 3(5) (common intent) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The two suspects have been arrested, and a manhunt is underway for a third accused.

Police also confirmed that Emeka Christian, a resident of Pisoli, was engaged in the garment trading business and held a valid passport and visa allowing him to stay in India until 2027. The arrested suspects are reportedly involved in the clothing business as well, with investigations ongoing.

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